"May the Fourth has become an excuse to rally around the lore of what very well may be the greatest science-fiction series of all time, stemming from a cheeky pun based on a bit of Jedi jargon."
"George Lucas originally moved to the Bay Area after graduating from film school and has since made it the headquarters of his company, basing Lucasfilm in San Rafael and later starting Industrial Light and Magic in San Francisco."
"This year, we decided to dig into the Getty Images archives to present some rarely seen photos from the history of the series, showcasing moments like Carrie Fisher joking around with stormtroopers."
May the Fourth is celebrated globally by 'Star Wars' fans, originating from a pun on Jedi jargon. The Bay Area is central to the franchise's history, with George Lucas establishing key companies there. Past celebrations have explored unique aspects of 'Star Wars' history and fan culture. This year, the focus is on rarely seen photos from the Getty Images archives, showcasing moments like Carrie Fisher with stormtroopers and Darth Vader at a Queen concert.
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